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I Painted My Kitchen Countertops

Used this, works great. Dries super fast--so paint carefully, make sure if using a roller to not leave behind lint. Does need 3 days to dry completely. Now water makes a discolored mark, but disappears once dry. $20 at Lowes made my kitchen look new.